Styling Tips: Winter Colour Stories

Warming Up for Winter: Interiors That Bring Comfort and Depth

At Unfolded, we approach each project with a deep sensitivity to location, seasonality, and our clients’ individual needs.
Our design recommendations - whether in style, palette, or materials - are always tailored to bring comfort and cohesion to a space, especially during the colder months when warmth and layering become essential.

As winter settles in, the home becomes a place to retreat, recharge, and reconnect. In this journal, we explore Winter Colour Stories not just as seasonal palettes, but as practical tools for creating warmth and visual comfort.

Through considered use of layered textures, richer tones, and subtle tonal shifts, we show how to add depth and character to interiors without overwhelming them. Think tactile fabrics, warm timber details, and a palette grounded in earthy neutrals with thoughtful accents. Even a touch of softness - like a wool throw, a heavier curtain, or a deeper wall colour—can shift a space from cool to inviting.

To complement this seasonal focus, we thought we’d feature one of our favourite suppliers, Armadillo, whose rugs consistently bring texture, warmth, and craftsmanship to a space. Their range offers beautiful, grounding pieces perfect for the winter months - timeless in tone and tactile underfoot. We’re sharing a few of our top picks from their collection that we find especially relevant this season.

This is about designing with intention - using materials, tones, and placement to ensure the home feels grounded, welcoming, and ready for winter living.

mood through colour

Build a palette that reflects the subtle shifts of an Australian winter - muted eucalyptus, coastal greys, bushland browns, and dusky sky blues. We suggest using tonal layering to tell a colour story that evolves throughout a space, rather than shouts from one corner.

Image via: Armadillo

fabrics that echo the season

Choose tactile fabrics that reflect winter’s quiet energy -brushed wool, textured linen, boucle, and soft felt. These materials become the storytellers of the season, offering both warmth and visual depth.
We suggest discussing durability requirements and approving fabric samples before proceeding with any upholstery, to ensure the materials are suited to both lifestyle and long-term use.

Image Via: Armadillo

natural contrast & material harmony

Pair winter-inspired colours with raw, grounded materials - timber, stone, leather, and handmade ceramics. The interplay between cool tones and earthy textures adds authenticity and comfort to winter interiors.
We suggest chatting with our team about your desired palette so we can help guide you in pulling together a cohesive and considered overall look.

Image Via: Armadillo

soft light & subtle layers

Layer ambient lighting and filtered natural light to highlight the softness of your winter palette. Sheer curtains, matte walls, and soft furnishings catch and reflect light differently, creating dimension that complements the seasonal tone. We suggest considering how lighting will interact with your finishes and furnishings early on - this ensures the materials you choose will respond beautifully throughout the day and across the seasons.

Image Via: Armadillo


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BEHIND THE DESIGN

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From humble beginnings as a young tiling apprentice to building a thriving business, Jonathan shares insights into the evolution of his company, Studio xOx.

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